New AP World Teacher: Caleb Childers
The Social Studies department welcomed a new AP World teacher this year: Caleb Childers
The AP curriculum is a big part of Moeller High School. A majority of students over their four years here will take at least one AP class. These classes are good ways for students to improve their strength of schedule, challenge themselves, and learn time management skills.
Mr. Caleb Childers
The Crusader sat down with Mr. Childers to get to know him.
The Crusader: What was your career path before Moeller?
Mr. Childers: Before this, I started my teaching career teaching in public schools, teaching US History and Government. From there, I went to Notre Dame and got a master’s degree. While I was getting my master’s degree, I was teaching at a Catholic school in Salt Lake City. From there, I wanted to get closer to home, so I moved to Nashville, Tennessee and taught at a coed high school there. Loved it there, but Cincinnati is almost like a second home to me, so when the job opened up, it was a no brainer.
The Crusader: How was your first semester at Moeller?
Mr. Childers: My first semester at Moeller was awesome. I think that this school has a very unique culture and so no day here is boring. This first semester definitely had some curveballs, and it definitely had some adjustments to Moeller’s learning style, but this school has such a unique culture that once I fit into the groove of things, every day was exciting for sure.
The Crusader: Do you enjoy teaching at an all-boys school?
Mr. Childers: It is so unique and so different. I have never taught at an all-boys school until now. I have always taught in coed schools both private and public, and I am just amazed by a couple things in particular. One, the comradery of these guys is very cool to see. I think that Moeller is truly unique in terms of that brotherhood aspect. It is not just lip service when you say brotherhood; it is true. I have also noticed how comfortable these kids are to compete academically with one another in a way that I have never seen before at a school. People are very honest about what their grades are, what their friends’ grades are, and how to do better and what they want to do next time.
The Crusader: What are your thoughts about the house system at Moeller?
Mr. Childers: I have been a part of the house system at different schools for eight years now. I am very familiar with the house system’s role. I think that Moeller’s house system is really unique. I like how we meet every single day, and I enjoy how it varies everyday between A-Days and B-Days. I find that the constant time together is really impactful, and I think that it is a support network for kids. Also, the simple fact that they are hanging out with kids in different grades, different walks of life, and different sports teams—I think that is one of the most impactful things that we can have at Moeller. I think it is super cool. However, one thing I have learned within the Moeller house system is: “Donuts are more valuable than cash.”
Welcome to the Moeller family, Mr. Childers! We are glad to have you here!